Cruisers

2016Yamaha V Star 1300

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The 2016 Yamaha V Star 1300 is a cruiser designed for riders seeking a blend of classic styling and modern reliability. Known for its fuel-efficient 1300cc engine and comfortable upright riding position, it excels as a long-distance touring cruiser with approachable handling and practical features like belt drive and responsive dual front disc brakes.

Capacity: 1311.0 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 5-speed
Dry weight: 283.0 kg
Seat height: 691 mm
Power: 74.0 HP (54.4 kW)

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering35%

City riding45%

Daily riding65%

Touring65%

Two-up60%

Track10%

Best for: Built for laid-back boulevard cruising and weekend rides with strong low-end torque character typical of a 1300cc 60-degree V-twin.
Built for: A classic American-style custom cruiser with a torquey V-twin thump, belt drive smoothness, and a stretched-out riding stance meant for style and comfort over outright performance.
Not ideal for: Not a good fit for riders seeking sharp cornering agility, off-road capability, or high-speed sport performance.

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At 691mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2016 Yamaha V Star 1300, with a cramped knee angle of around 75 degrees and an upright riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Fuel per litre

Riding a year

Based on the maker's published fuel consumption and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.

Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 1311.0 ccm
Power: 74.0 HP (54.4 kW)
CO2 Emissions: 130 CO2 g/km
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Fuel consumption: 5.60 litres/100 km (17.9 km/l)
Power/weight ratio: 0.2615 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 100.0 x 83.0 mm
Compression: 9.5:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: TCI
Valves per cylinder: 4
Torque: Not on record - add it

Transmission

Gearbox: 5-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Belt
Clutch: Multiplate wet

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1689 mm
Overall length: 2489 mm
Overall width: 1001 mm
Overall height: 1146 mm
Seat height: 691 mm
Dry weight: 283.0 kg
Wet weight: 303.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 18.60 litres

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Double Cradle
Front suspension: 41mm Telescopic fork
Rear suspension: Single shock
Front wheel travel: 135 mm
Rear wheel travel: 109 mm
Rake (fork angle): 29.0°
Trail: 102 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc. Hydraulic.
Front brakes diameter: 298 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. Hydraulic.
Rear brakes diameter: 298 mm
Front tyre: 130/90-16
Rear tyre: 170/70-16

Other

Color options: Metallic Silver
Warranty: 12

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted

Specification	2007	2010	2012	2015	2016	2017
Capacity	1311 cc	1311 cc	1311 cc	1311 cc	1311 cc	1311 cc
Dry weight	283 kg	283 kg	283 kg	283 kg	283 kg	283 kg
Seat height	714 mm	714 mm	691 mm	691 mm	691 mm	691 mm
Fuel capacity	18.5 L	18.5 L	18.6 L	18.6 L	18.6 L	18.6 L